TIERAERZTLICHE PRAXIS AUSGABE GROSSTIERE NUTZTIERE, vol.47, no.5, pp.281-284, 2019 (SCI-Expanded)
Objective The post partum use of analgesics in cows has increased in consequence to society's increased awareness of animal welfare. However, it is known that the post partum administration of a subset of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to cows may lead to an increased rate of retained placenta. Therefore, the aim of this study was clarify, whether a single administration of meloxicam to cows that experienced dystocia results in an increased rate of this disease.